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St George Hotel

Stay at St George Hotel in Rochester, offering 45 modern rooms, free breakfast, WiFi, parking, and close access to Rochester Castle and Historic Dockyard.

7-8 New Rd Ave, Rochester, Chatham ME4 6BB, United Kingdom View on map
7.4/10
Good Based on 707 recent guest reviews
What recent guests emphasize

Balanced comfort with attentive service near Rochester

This family-run hotel offers good value, friendly staff, and convenient access to local attractions, but some aspects show signs of age and limited facilities.

Guests often praise

  • Friendly, professional, and helpful staff frequently recognized by guests.
  • Complimentary hot breakfast noted as tasty and convenient.
  • Clean and well-maintained rooms with comfortable bedding and adequate heating.
  • Free high-speed WiFi and parking appreciated by visitors.
  • Quiet atmosphere despite central location close to train station and town.

Worth knowing

  • Some rooms are small and the building shows signs of age in certain areas.
  • Parking space can be limited; alternative parking requires stair climbs which may affect accessibility.
  • Breakfast portions can be small, and some guests noted a lack of variety or staff presence during breakfast hours.
  • Lift availability is occasional; some guests experienced issues with elevators.
  • Limited in-room amenities such as wardrobe space and room utensils were mentioned by guests.

Best for

  • Visitors seeking friendly, welcoming service in a simple, no-frills setting.
  • Travelers prioritizing free WiFi, breakfast, and close proximity to Rochester’s train station.
  • LGBTQ+ friendly guests looking for an inclusive and supportive environment.
  • Attendees of nearby events or weddings, benefiting from on-site event facilities.
  • Explorers interested in visiting local landmarks like Rochester Castle and The Historic Dockyard Chatham.
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About this property

Welcome to St George Hotel

Set within two converted 1960s houses, this family-run hotel provides a straightforward and practical stay in Rochester. The property offers 45 modern and simple rooms, each designed with essential comforts in mind. Guests benefit from free hot breakfast, complimentary WiFi, and onsite parking, though some visitors have noted that parking availability can be limited at times.

The St George Hotel serves multiple purposes, functioning as a hotel as well as an event and wedding venue. Several reviews highlight friendly and attentive staff, particularly praising individual team members for their helpfulness and professional service. While the accommodation is generally clean and comfortable, some guests mention that the hotel shows signs of age in places and room sizes are modest.

Located just a five-minute walk from Chatham train station and close to Rochester town centre, the setting is convenient for those exploring the area. Nearby attractions include Rochester Castle, The Historic Dockyard Chatham, and Leeds Castle, all within accessible walking or short driving distances. The hotel also welcomes LGBTQ+ guests, providing an inclusive environment.

Access from major airports such as Heathrow, London Gatwick, and London Stansted is manageable by car or public transit, making the hotel a practical choice for both leisure and business travelers. The proximity to coworking spaces and computer support services within the same address offers additional convenience for remote workers or visitors needing these facilities.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

ML
Mickey Lynch Apr 05, 2026
10

I stayed at the Travelodge for the first week but I had to pay extra per day for wi-fi and when I did pay for it I couldn’t connect my fire stick. I moved to the St George hotel for the next three weeks and the hotels couldn’t be further apart. Free high speed internet and a more used feel hotel with very friendly service. A special shout out to Amy for being so helpful, nothing was too much trouble for this young lady, fantastic customer service, I will definitely use this hotel for future stays in the Rochester area

MS
Marcin Szkudlarek Mar 26, 2026
10

Great balance between the comfort and price. My special THANK YOU to the most friendly members of staff that I've met; Aimy, Jolanta , and Adrian, for always going "above and beyond", with their professional work and customer service.

CD
Callum Day Mar 25, 2026
8.0

Great hotel great view from your room there was no spoons in your room with your hot drinks to stir your drink the breakfast was good but small portions and they didn't put the name of the cereal what it was and there was no staff to Welcome you to the breakfast room

DT
Doctor Tech Mar 22, 2026
10

This is a genuine review. I was worried after making booking as some clients had written very bad reviews. I found my room, neat, water in washroom is reasonably warm. Keep it up!

TA
Timothy Ahana Mar 19, 2026
10

Locating the hotel was very easy, despite visiting Rochester for the first time. The check-in process was seamless and the room was way beyond what I expected... adequate heating, very clean bathroom and bedding. Finally, was the complimentary breakfast ... extremely delicious. Overall, the staff were very professional and I enjoyed my stay.

GC
gary contant Mar 10, 2026
8.0

We really liked this hotel. The guy on the front desk was really friendly and helpful ( sorry for not remembering your name I'm old). He went out of his way to help but I got the impression that's the kind of person he is. Our room was on the fourth floor and unfortunately the lift wasn't working but we we're offered another room lower down. We found the hotel quite and clean . It's showing its age in places but honestly ours was a positive experience. We had a cooked breakfast in the morning which was very hot unlike premier inn which is warm. We really have no complaints, it's not a 5 * so don't expect it to be but we would definitely go back again.

JH
Jon Harrigan Feb 24, 2026
10

Had our wedding at the George hotel. Brilliant from start to finish. Everything was perfect just the way me and my wife wanted it. Food was excellent. Nobody had a bad word to say about anything. Adecia and her team alerted excellent throughout and are a credit to the hotel. Would definitely recommend a wedding here! Rooms were well maintained and clean. Breakfast was perfect as well. A joy to spend our special day there

MB
Madeline Bell Feb 24, 2026
10

14.4.24 Went to a wedding in the big room very well decorated and the staff can’t do enough for you - parking on site but I parked on the hill opposite. Wheelchair accessible and staff will help with charging to ensure you don’t run out.

TS
Teresa Scrase Feb 16, 2026
8.0

On our arrival the car park belonging to the hotel was full & so we had a park in an additional car park. However, to get back to the hotel we had to climb up some very steep stairs. The receptionist was professional in welcoming us to the hotel. The bedroom was disappointing as there was no wardrobe to hang our clothes also the tap kept on dripping. The room itself was very clean & the view from the window of the river was delightful.

NC
Neil Chambers Feb 16, 2026
8.0

Parking is tight under the canopy 1.8mtr max but at the rear on a lower level outside is another car park with adequate room. Reception was nice and simple and of to the lift to my room. Small room but did all I needed to do. The view from my room on the 3rd floor looking out over the estuary was nice.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find St George Hotel

Chatham, United Kingdom

This family-run hotel set in 2 converted 1960s houses is a 5-minute walk from Chatham train station, a 15-minute walk from Rochester town centre and a 19-minute walk from the Historic Dockyard Chatham.

  • Rochester 20 min Walk
  • Strood 34 min Walk
  • Chatham 7 min Walk
  • Heathrow Airport 1 hr 20 Car · 2 hr 2 Transit
  • London Gatwick Airport 58 min Car · 1 hr 51 Transit
  • London Stansted Airport 1 hr 4 Car · 2 hr 5 Transit
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in United Kingdom. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

Rochester Castle 9,136 reviews

Rochester Castle

Castle Hill, Rochester ME1 1SW, United Kingdom

4.6 · Castle
The Historic Dockyard Chatham 5,645 reviews

The Historic Dockyard Chatham

Main Gate Rd, Chatham ME4 4TZ, United Kingdom

4.7 · Maritime Museum
Leeds Castle 13,473 reviews

Leeds Castle

Broomfield, Maidstone ME17 1PL, United Kingdom

4.7 · Castle
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